Peter M. McGee1121 Glenwood DriveAugusta, GA 30904

706.877.1008peter.mcgee.asd@gmail.com

CAREER PROFILE

Respected leader who motivates staff through training, coaching, and personal example. Effective communicator who can coordinate work with multiple teams to achieve operation success. Capable administrator who employs effective communication skills to document progress, generates required reports, and delivers compelling presentations to update stakeholders. Possesses over fifteen years of experience in engineering and direct sales, interacting with all levels of company and customer management. Highly skilled leader as the Engineer in Charge of sophisticated Underwater Target Drone project. A driven performer consistently acknowledged by Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC), Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), the Department of Defense (DOD), and Contractor (PAE) senior management for outstanding work performance.

AREAS OF STRENGTH AND EXPERTISE

Professional Communication Project Planning Customer Relations Mechanical Engineering Performance Management Sales and Marketing

Manufacturing Microsoft Office Applications Leadership Presentation Professional Development Lean, Six Sigma, JIT

Documentation & Reporting

Process Improvement Product Engineering Safety Compliance Data Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Gander Mountain, Augusta Georgia Oct 2015 to PresentSales Associate-Fishing PTUtilizing my previous education, skills, knowledge and fifteen years of sales experience I have establish myself asa top seller in the store and I have the ability to adapt and learn quickly. As a part time Sales Associate in theFishing Department I have been able to assist the beginner, novice and highly experienced fishing enthusiast. I'malso responsible for product stock levels, stock rotation, price label updating and maintaining a highlyprofessional organized Fishing Department.

Key Accomplishments: Exceeds established monthly sales goals. In December sold over $8,000 in merchandise outside the Fishing Department. Utilizes a solid C.A.R.E approach to with Gander Mountain customers, making them feel welcome using

learned “Connect” techniques making each customers experience unique, enjoyable, satisfying, educational and enhancing a repeat customer mind set.

Maintains a professional approach in attitude and attire to properly promote Gander Mountain and the organizations goals.

Provides with confidence sales coverage in all areas of store including, Fishing, Archery, Firearms, Apparel, Camping, Footwear and Customer Service.

Pacific Architects and Engineering, West Palm Beach, FL Oct 2000 to June 2015Engineer in Charge (EIC), Underwater Target DronesCivilian contractor position working with the Department of Defense (DOD) supporting United States Navy Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) training and testing requirements. Provided day-to-day engineering support over a team of fifteen professionals. Delegated work duties and assignments, evaluated individual performance, and implemented professional development to enhance skills supporting the success of the program. Coordinated project activities with production line and logistics personnel, Target System Controllers, Target Analysts, and Launch Masters. The EIC position was designated as a key personnel position responsible as point of contact for multiple groups including the Marine Department, Weapons Department, Test Operations, Range Operations, Range Safety, Environmental Safety and Health, and the Calibration Lab. Advised key range test stakeholders of the Underwater Target Drones technical capabilities during complex naval exercises.

Key Accomplishments: Designed and managed the implementation of Underwater Target Drone improvement modifications. Reviewed all potential revisions to procedural manuals approving those of definitive value. Audited reporting processes eliminating redundant and outdated requirements which improved efficiency, and

data accuracy. Eliminated excess files, streamlined processes in Technical Library filing and reporting system. Revised and updated the employee training and confidential employee files database. Passed a rigorous vetting process to be entrusted with a Department of Defense secret security clearance. Represented the program delivering both departmental and technical overviews for visiting VIP’s from the

USN, DOD, PAE executives, and foreign dignitaries. Consistently recognized for performance achievement with the highest possible rating on annual reviews. Awarded merit salary increases each year as an outstanding performer. Recipient of multiple Impact Awards for outstanding achievement in work performance. Received multiple Certificate of Achievement awards by both the DOD and PAE. Department consistently averaged an annual Target Mission Success Score of 95%, an outstanding rating.

J&L Industries LLC, Keithville, LA July 1997 – Sept 2000Northeast Territory Manager

Company engineered, designed, manufactured, and installed high speed folder-gluers for themicro-flute and solid board box packaging industry. Company territory included the United States and Canada.

As the Northeast Territory Manager I was responsible for all business activity between company and customers within the New England states and New York. Prior to my hiring territory had no equipment sales or installations.

Researched and identified all potential customers by region and industry. Developed sales and marketing plan to achieve territory goals. Made cold calls to over fifty potential customers. Provided customers optimum production system layouts of equipment. Developed cost reduction, and production increase forecasts with customers. Sold approximately $1,000,000 of packaging equipment in Territory Attended international packaging machinery trade show in Paris, France.

Zygote LLC, Denver, CO July 1994 – June 1997Co-owner

Zygote was a start-up company that competed in a very competitive industrial packaging equipment market. Company engineered, designed, manufactured, integrated, and installed automatic conveying and palletizing systems for the industrial bag packaging market. Customer territory included the United States and Canada.

As a co-owner I was actively involved in all phases of the business from engineering, manufacturing, assembly, customer relations, sales, marketing and equipment installation.

Trained personnel in mechanical, electrical and pneumatic assembly techniques. Reduced engineering, fabrication and assembly labor hours by 40% over industry

accepted standards. Reduced inventory costs by 25% due to standardization of all equipment. Designed customized equipment to meet the specific needs of the chemical,

petrochemical, pet food, soil & bark, cement, charcoal and flour industries. Sold over $750,000 worth of equipment in first year.

Bemis Packaging Machinery Co., Minneapolis, MN July 1985 – June 1994Product Manager

Company engineered, designed, manufactured, integrated and installed automatic weighing,bag handling, filling, conveying and palletizing systems for the multi-wall industrial bag packaging industry. Company territory included North and South America and Mexico.

As Product Manager I was responsible for one-third of the companies total annual sales of $30,000,000). My responsibilities included, new equipment and new productfeature development and cost analysis, company/customer relations, outside sales technical support, marketing, cost analysis for each system sold, financial performance of the product line, and trade show attendance in the United States and Canada.

Annually achieved highest rating on performance reviews. Was a key member of the ISO 9000 company achievement process in the late 1980’s. Actively involved in top-to-bottom company cost reduction program resulting in

significant cost savings through elimination of labor duplication and streamlining the P.O. through equipment delivery process. Involved in JIT, Lean and Six-Sigma projects.

As Product Manager lead a successful standardization program of the entire product line. As District and Regional Sales Manager territory achieved over $2,000,000 in sales. Attended packaging machinery trade shows in the United States and Canada.

During my time with Bemis I was promoted several times from Machine Design Engineer/Drafter,In-side Sales Coordinator, Product Manager, District Sales Manager and Regional Sales Manager.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Metropolitan State College, Denver, COMinored in Business Management, GPA 3.4

Awarded two Colorado State Scholarships during senior semester.Actively involved in several college sponsored degree focused work programs.

Machine Drafting, Aurora Technical Center, Aurora, COEarned a two year certificate, GPA 3.5

DISTINCTIONS

Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance (still active)

Colorado Chapter of the American Red CrossStandard First Aid and CPR Instructor

Recognized as a Colorado Volunteer of the Year

Townsend, Massachusetts Lions ClubServed as President, 1st Vice President, and Lion Tamer

Townsend, Massachusetts GovernmentElected Official as Cemetery Commissioner and Parks Commissioner

Chaired a number of community service projects.